at some point in our lives .. many of us have had an infection caused by a virus
viruses are everywhere ... being triggered by certain conditions
this virus ... COVID-19 ... is like nothing seen before
how it is spread is still being learned ...
the list of its deadly and devastating effects is still growing
as are the ages of those affected
but its name belies its deadliness
the Black Death ... bubonic plague ... triggered immediate fear and a need to hide
but the cause for that was found and eliminated
not so for this virus .. yet
a more frightening name could elicit the appropriate amount of fear and respect
this virus is terrifyingly deadly and dangerous .. a pandemic like no other
and should not be underestimated
humanity depends on this
